Elitist, mediocre company - Office Worker Hogsalt Employee Review

2.0
Jul 21, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

Restaurant discounts; you'll meet some cool people here; women in management

Cons

When I first started in the HQ office, no one bothered to introduce me to my coworkers. It is creepy quiet in that office as if everyone hates each other. You could hear a pin drop. There is an elitist vibe everyone is trying to exude in the office and restaurants. If you don't look a certain way you won't get hired here. There is very little to none in diversity department. CEO walks around the office without saying as much as a "hello" to anyone. I've never heard him speak. No company culture besides a birthday celebration every month *rolls eyes*. They are growing and definitely lots of things to learns. Forget about work-life balance there is none here to speak of.

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Mar 2, 2026
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Pros

Good if you want to be a part of one of the best/most successful groups in Chicago and are willing to give up a lot to do so. Lots of development and training if desired, strong corporate support. Great spaces, successful financially, and beautiful ambiances.

Cons

High demands - long hours, high pressure, very busy spaces, and intense directors. They will ask a lot of you and have high standards, and many burn out because of it. If you are willing to put in the time and sacrifice, it may pay off down the road. If you are looking for work-life balance, this may not be for you.

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